If your computer does not have a built in microphone you will need to connect an external microphone to use Kiroku's AI voice and transcription features.
What might you already have:
If you're looking to buy a microphone:
If you're looking into buying a microphone there are two main types to consider - wired desk microphones, or wireless (Lavalier) microphones.
When deciding which of these would suit you best first consider the types of voice features you wish to use and how you wish to use these.
The voice features we offer are:
- Transcription - Transcribe short snippets of text. When completing your template use AI Transcription to transcribe short pieces of text such as discussion points or a summary.
- Co-Pilot (coming soon, register interest) - Dictate to create notes based on a chosen template. Our AI will complete a chosen notes template as you dictate an entire appointment. This could be done live whilst the appointment is happening, or once it's completed.
- Freestyle (coming soon, register interest) - Dictate to create notes without a set template. Without the bounds of any template, our AI will generate a set of notes as you dictate an appointment. This could be done live whilst the appointment is happening, or once it's completed.
If you want to dictate throughout an appointment a wireless mic may be preferable.
If you are looking to just transcribe sections, or create your notes at your computer after the appointment a desk mic will suit.
See here for other considerations for each microphone type:
| Wireless Mic | Desk Mic | |
| Movability | With the microphone attached to you, you can freely move about the space with the receiver remaining in good range. | Mic is in a fixed position in the room so may not pick up sound as well if you are not near/directly facing it. A less directional mic could combat this but also could pick up more background noise. |
| Sterilisation | You will need to ensure you maintain sterilisation standards for your mic eg. Wipe with alcohol wipes or use UVC sterilising box. | You will need to ensure you maintain sterilisation standards for your mic eg. Wipe with alcohol wipes. |
| Encryption | There is a risk of interception with wireless transmission if adequate encryption is not ensured. This risk is small but should be noted. | N/A hardwired directly to your computer. |
| Battery | Mics will need to be recharged. | N/A |
User Mic recommendations:
Here are a few microphones our users have enjoyed using with Kiroku:
(links go to Amazon.co.uk)
Amazon: IUMAKEVP Plug-Play Lapel Clip-On Mic
(Our founder Hannah uses this one)
Amazon: Boya BY-V20 USB-C Wireless Microphone
Amazon: RØDE Wireless GO II Wireless Microphone System
